Posts Tagged ‘Center for International Studies’
How to Move to a New Country
As an International Student, Tchissola Silva discusses her journey from Angola to the University of St. Thomas to receive her Master's in Diplomacy and Strategic Affairs. In this episode of BOLD, she talks about adapting to the United States while still maintaining her own culture. Tchissola also talks about how welcoming the UST community has been.
Takeaways
- Getting out of your comfort zone is crucial to make new friends.
- Maintaining your culture is important.
- Never take for granted the opportunities that you have.
Reflections
- What are some ways that you can learn about new cultures
- How can you challenge yourself in your daily life?
- Think about what opportunities you have that not everyone else has.
Afghanistan: Then, Now & Next
In this episode, Bridget talks with Dr. Yao-Yuan Yeh, chair of the University of St. Thomas (UST) Department of International Studies & Modern Languages, and Dr. Richard Sindelar, director of the UST Center for International Studies, to better understand the situation in Afghanistan. They discuss the situation in three stages: what happened and why, what will be the perception of the U.S. moving forward and the relationship with China, and the influx of refugees coming to Houston. The guests encourage us to welcome the refugees with openness and love.
Dr. Yao-Yuan Yeh
Chair, Department of International Studies & Modern Languages
Dr. Richard Sindelar
Director, Center for International Studies
Chaos, desperation at Kabul airport as Biden defends withdrawal from Afghanistan
Hurricane Ida brought death, destruction, power outages and floods to Louisiana | USA TODAY
Video shows aftermath of 7.2-magnitude Haiti earthquake | CNN
Afghan evacuations gather pace, but crowds remain| Reuters
A Cinematic Afghanistan - DJI Movic Air - Full HD Video
Biden orders release of 9/11 documents
President Xi Jinping talks up plans for a 'green economy' in China | Business News
Houston prepares to welcome Afghan refugees
Catholic Charities - Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
U.S. faith groups unite to help Afghanistan refugees after war | America Magazine
Justice for Immigrants | United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE BENEDICT XVI
FOR THE WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES (2013)
Unpacking AAPI Hate
Host Eric Diaz sits down with two University of St. Thomas - Houston (UST) professors, Dr. Crystal Tran, assistant professor of psychology, and Dr. Hans Stockton, dean of the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences & Global Studies. They discuss the increased reporting and coverage of hate crimes on Asian Americans in the U.S. Dr. Tran breaks down the psychology behind hate and fear of the other. Dr. Stockton describes how it is important to separate the workings of a government from the people.
Both share how UST is trying to open the minds of their students to understand more about diversity and human dignity.
Dr. Crystal Tran
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Dr. Hans Stockton
Dean, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences & Global Studies
Asian Americans are the fastest-growing racial or ethnic group in the U.S. - Pew Research Center
WHO Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard - World Health Organization
BOLD - A Student Perspective on Protests and Racism - University of St. Thomas - Houston
After A Hurricane Hits
On November 18, 2020, Hurricane Iota ravaged San Andres, Colombia, home to the Raizal community. Host Larry Payne talks with Diana Caicedo and Brittney Sandoval, both members of the Raizal diaspora in Houston about the effects of the Hurricane and how members of the diaspora in Houston and beyond have mobilized to serve their friends, family and community in San Andres.
Helpful Links:
University of St. Thomas Center for International Studies
San Andres and Old Providence Indigenous Raizal Diaspora Facebook Page
